When to remove implantable vascular access ports? a retrospective analysis of 376 patients with breast cancer and implantable vascular access ports.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The optimal timing of removal of implanted vascular access ports (PORTs) in cancer patients is unknown. This study aimed to explore the timing of PORT removal and the impact of PORT removal within 2 years in breast cancer patients.

Methods

This retrospective study included breast cancer patients who underwent PORT implantation at our Hospital between July 2012 and May 2022 and ultimately had their PORTs removed. QoL scores were assessed using the Karnofsky method. The primary endpoint was quality of life (QoL) (A: 80-100 points, basically normal self-care ability; B: 60-79 points, mild dependence on self-care ability; C: <60 points, moderate to severe dependence). The secondary endpoints included the proportion of unplanned PORT removal, secondary catheterization,

SUBMITTER: Luo J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12495737 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature